Getting Started With Allergy

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An allergy is the immune system's excessive sensitivity and over-response to a harmless foreign substance in the body, such as plant pollen, a certain food, a drug or any one of many other substances. Whatever the foreign substance, or "allergen," the immune system responds as if to a real threat by triggering what is called an immune response, which in these cases is known as an allergic reaction.

Allergy Diagnosis

Visiting an allergist will help identify and confirm a diagnosis, but it's important to be prepared. During your initial consultation, your allergist will want to know about your medical history, so beforehand jot down or make a mental note of your symptoms, medications, and family history.

Allergy Treatment

From over-the-counter antihistamines and nasal rinses to prescription meds and corticosteroid sprays, a variety of pills, sprays, shots, and topical creams are used to treat allergies. In some cases, such as severe anaphylaxis, immediate treatments such as an EpiPen could save your life.

Allergy Management

Keeping allergy symptoms at bay can be quite a hassle. Luckily, there are many forms of allergy treatment and home remedies have all shown promise at some level. And simple precautions will enable you to enjoy dining out without worrying about an allergic reaction.

Home Allergens

Your allergies may not be the first thing you think about when choosing a new lampshade or paint for a room, but the way you decorate your home and organize your belongings can play a major role in the severity of your allergy symptoms.

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